Chapter Sixty-Eight: I Like Him
"If you don't want to give food, then don't. Why make up so many reasons and excuses?"
Do you really think we need your food?
Brother Wang said those words and turned to leave.
The others hesitated for a moment, but still followed.
Xin Li and He Mingzhou exchanged a glance, then turned away without saying anything more and went to distribute food to other people's homes.
Those people were originally worried about how to eat next, but when they saw He Mingzhou and Xin Li come to distribute rice and cured meat, they were moved to tears.
"Xiao He, you and Xin Xin are such good people. Don't worry, we will definitely not take your things for nothing. We will return them when we have a good harvest next year."
Seeing these people's simple and honest appearance warmed her heart.
This is what you call maximum emotional value!
Those who helped Brother Wang not only didn't get a word of thanks, but were also ridiculed by others. Who knows how they'd laugh at them behind their backs, calling them suckers.
There was enough food in Xinli's space for everyone to eat their fill, but she didn't want to save those ungrateful people.
"No rush, let's fill our stomachs first. Nobody wants to see a typhoon. We're all from the same island, so why be so polite with each other?"
"Besides, we've helped each other a lot before, so there's no need to worry about these little things."
"How can these be the same?"
Those people insisted on writing an IOU, otherwise they wouldn't accept the grain.
Xin Li and He Mingzhou were at their wits' end by those people, so they had no choice but to tell everyone that someone would come to distribute supplies later.
There was no need to spread this news far and wide, since no one could say for sure when the other party would arrive.
The island is calm now, but it's hard to say whether it's safe at sea.
If the other party encounters a storm at sea and is delayed, unable to arrive on time, those who are eagerly waiting will definitely be very disappointed.
Some people may even experience a mental breakdown.
After all, the feeling of being given hope only to fall into despair is just too painful.
But these people were too honest and too stubborn, so He Mingzhou had no choice but to spread the news widely.
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief upon learning that supplies would be arriving.
At least everyone won't have to worry about not having enough to eat for the next six months.
In fact, as long as they have some supplies to get through these few months, their situation will improve when the next crop matures.
"So everyone, don't worry about food. Just make sure you have enough to eat. During this time, the work of repairing houses and roads should also be carried out simultaneously. Everyone should lend a hand if they can. The sooner we can restore everything, the sooner our island can return to normal, and everyone's daily life can be guaranteed."
"That makes sense. Don't worry, we'll go help as soon as we're done here."
The people on the island have become united after this incident.
Old Wang and his group originally didn't plan to contribute their food, intending to wait for others to distribute it. However, they discovered that He Mingzhou and his group always distributed food to others first, leaving them last, and each time they received very little. After making a fuss several times without getting anything in return, they had no choice but to use the food they had secretly hoarded at home to fill their stomachs.
When other people found out about this, they looked down on them even more.
The crowd was busy repairing the washed-out roads and some houses.
In order to get everyone home, the troops worked day and night.
They were still helping others repair houses damaged by the flood late at night.
He Mingzhou had been working three consecutive all-nighters, and Xin Li was really worried about him, so she went to Zhang Jinhua and brought out a lot of nourishing mushrooms to make soup for everyone.
Zhang Jinhua was very skilled, but the people were scattered. Xinli was afraid that if she delivered the soup to each person individually, many would end up drinking cold soup. Thinking of the wonderful use of her space, Xinli took on the task of delivering the soup. After leaving Zhang Jinhua's house, she put the hot soup into her space.
Take it out when you arrive at your destination. This way, the soup will still be hot and the umami flavor will be preserved to the greatest extent.
The soldiers stayed up all night doing physical labor, and a bowl of hot soup made them feel incredibly comfortable.
"Sister-in-law, you're amazing! You did all of this yourself?"
Xin Li was actually younger than the PLA soldiers present.
But since she married He Mingzhou, everyone has always called her sister-in-law.
"I asked Sister Lu to help me make it, because I can't cook."
Everyone laughed good-naturedly upon hearing this.
"Both of my sisters-in-law are so kind. After drinking this soup, I feel like I can work straight until dawn."
Xinli found it amusing: "How could it be so miraculous? This isn't deer antler soup."
"Alright, you guys keep working, I'll go deliver to other places."
"Hey sister-in-law, it's late and the roads are slippery, be careful."
Xinli smiled and said, "Don't worry, you guys keep working. Don't worry about me."
If they finish their work sooner, these people can get some rest sooner.
Xinli truly admires these people; they are selfless and always at the forefront. Xinli asks herself if she can do such selfless dedication.
But these people did it, and did it so well.
Xin Li felt a sense of pride; she was proud that she had married a soldier.
She delivered hot soup to everyone along the way, and Xinli received constant praise from everyone.
Even He Mingzhou received many praises.
The others also told him not to continue working, saying that Xin Li had gone through too much trouble to make this trip, and asked He Mingzhou to send her back.
He Mingzhou refused outright, but couldn't resist the enthusiasm of those people, and in the end he could only go home with Xin Li.
"I've arrived. You should go back now."
Xin Li knew that He Mingzhou couldn't bear to see others working while he was idle; he was a very exemplary person.
So when they arrived at the door, she didn't linger with He Mingzhou, but instead urged him to go back quickly.
He Mingzhou gave Xin Li a deep look.
He was so happy to have married such an understanding and kind woman who knew him so well.
"You should rest well. I'll come and visit you after I'm done with this busy period."
"good."
Xinli glanced at He Mingzhou reluctantly: "Don't push yourself too hard. If you're tired, take a rest."
"Know."
The two of them didn't have a particularly strong relationship before.
It's not a time for life or death, but as the two stood one inside the courtyard and the other outside, a feeling of reluctance spread through their hearts.
"wait for me."
Xin Li nodded in agreement.
He Mingzhou took one last look at her before turning and leaving.
His figure remained tall and imposing, and as Xinli looked at him, her eyes suddenly welled up with tears.
"He Mingzhou."
She suddenly called out He Mingzhou's name.
The figure in front paused, but did not turn around.
He raised his hand and waved, then quickened his pace and hurried away.
Xinli clutched her chest, suppressing the longing in her heart, and turned to go back into the house.
She realized that she had truly fallen in love with He Mingzhou.
This man had unknowingly captured her heart.
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